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About the Company
Home Franchise Concepts is one of the largest franchising systems in the home improvement goods and services space. The Company's brands: Budget Blinds, The Tailored Closet, PremierGarage, Kitchen Tune-Up, Bath Tune-Up, Two Maids, Aussie Pet Mobile, and Lightspeed Restoration are consistently rated at the top of their categories and supported by more than 2,500 franchise territories.
Home Franchise Concepts is a subsidiary of JM Family Enterprises, a family-owned, professionally managed diversified automotive company.
A few of the Company's many accolades and awards include:

• Entrepreneur's Franchise 500
• Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 Best in Category
• Entrepreneur's Top Low-Cost Franchise
• Entrepreneur's Top New & Emerging Franchises
• Entrepreneur's Top Home-based Franchises
• Entrepreneur's Top 100 Global Franchises

You can learn more about Home Franchise Concepts on our Careers page.
Summary
The Senior Full Stack Developer - Cloud & Azure is responsible for designing and delivering modern, cloud-first applications leveraging Microsoft technologies and Azure services. This role emphasizes solution design, cloud-native architecture, and the use of AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery and improve code quality.
This individual operates across the full SDLC, with a strong focus on designing scalable, resilient cloud solutions, building RESTful APIs, and delivering modern front-end experiences. The role partners closely with IT and DevOps to provision and manage cloud infrastructure, while also leveraging tools like GitHub Copilot to enhance development efficiency and effectiveness.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and develop cloud-native applications using C#, .NET, Angular, and Azure services
• Architect and implement scalable, secure, and resilient solutions in Azure
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and distributed services
• Perform code reviews
• Translate business requirements into technical designs, solution architecture, and implementation plans
• Lead design discussions and contribute to architectural standards and best practices
• Leverage AI-assisted tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to accelerate development and improve code quality
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform templates to automate provisioning and ensure consistent, reliable cloud environment deployments
• Collaborate with IT to provision and manage infrastructure (DNS, hosting, networking, environments)
• Monitor and optimize applications using tools such as Seq, SolarWinds, and New Relic
• Evaluate/Understand/Implement logging strategies for observability.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement proactive monitoring and alerting
• Ensure solutions align with cloud best practices (scalability, cost optimization, security)
• Mentor team members on cloud development patterns and modern engineering practices
• Support and improve SDLC processes, including Agile-Scrum methodologies

Expected Results

• Delivery of scalable, cloud-native applications aligned with Azure best practices
• Well-defined technical designs and architecture for new initiatives
• Increased development velocity through effective use of AI-assisted tools
• Highly reliable and observable systems with strong monitoring and alerting
• Improved system scalability, performance, and cost efficiency in Azure
• Strong collaboration between development, DevOps, and IT teams
• Elevated team capability in cloud and modern development practices

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Cloud solution quality (scalability, resilience, cost efficiency)
• Time to deliver features (with measurable improvement via AI tooling)
• Adoption and effective use of Azure services and cloud patterns
• API performance and system response times
• Deployment frequency and success rate (CI/CD maturity)
• Mean time to detect (MTTD) and resolve (MTTR) issues
• Reduction in production defects and incidents
• Quality and completeness of technical designs and documentation
• Contribution to architectural standards and best practices

Skills and Abilities
Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in C# and modern .NET (.NET Core / .NET 6+)
• Experience designing and building cloud-native solutions in Azure
• Hands-on experience with Azure services (App Services, Functions, Service Bus, Storage, Key Vault, etc.)
• Strong experience building RESTful APIs and distributed systems
• Experience in Front-end development using Angular
• Deep understanding of SQL Server and data modeling in cloud environments
• Experience with Azure DevOps (pipelines, repos, boards, releases)
• Familiarity with observability and logging tools (Seq, SolarWinds, New Relic)
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot)

Architecture & Design

• Ability to design scalable, secure, and maintainable cloud architecture
• Experience creating technical specifications, diagrams, and solution designs
• Understanding of microservices, event-driven architecture, and API-first design

Professional Skills

• Strong problem-solving and systems-thinking mindset
• Ability to translate ambiguous requirements into structured technical plans
• Effective communication across technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to influence technical direction and mentor team members
• Strong ownership mindset across the SDLC

Education and Experience

• 7+ years of full stack software development experience
• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure cloud development and architecture
• Proven experience designing and delivering cloud-based solutions
• Strong experience with .NET/C#, REST APIs, and Angular (Typescript)
• Experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipeline implementation
• Experience leveraging AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) in a development workflow
• Experience working across the full SDLC, including design and production support
• Experience collaborating with infrastructure/IT teams on cloud provisioning and networking

Physical Requirements

• Light-duty work environment - primarily office-based with minimal physical exertion
• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer
• Occasional standing or walking for presentations or facilitation
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 lbs occasionally
• Hybrid Schedule - Work from the office on Tues/Wed/Thurs and from home on Mon/Fri
• Occasional travel may be required for meetings, training, or conventions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The base salary range for this position is $155,400 - 172,050 annually. Actual pay will be determined by factors including candidate experience and qualifications, education and work location. At Home Franchise Concepts, we offer a highly competitive benefits package designed to support you and your family. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and supplemental life insurance. Associates are also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and can participate in our 401(k) retirement plan, which includes matching contributions equal to 100% of the first three percent of eligible compensation contributed and 50% of the next two percent. In addition, we provide 10 paid holidays, 8 paid hours for associates to volunteer in their community, and open time off to support work-life balance. During the interview process, our Talent team will be happy to share more details about our benefits and career development opportunities.
HOME FRANCHISE CONCEPTS IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Home Franchise Concepts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and promoting qualified associates without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental or physical disability, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law.
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